05 October 1894 1 mins
Hadji Cheriff, a performer known for a variety of unusual abilities, demonstrates part of his act in the Thomas Edison studio. He has a large knife in his hand at the opening of the act. He then hurls the knife away and begins a rapid series of dance-like motions, executing numerous cartwheels and whirling movements.
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Hadji Cheriff as Himself
William K.L. Dickson Director
Хадж шериф Trailer
Hadj Cheriff, Arab Knife Juggler Trailer
United States 05 October 1894
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